Avant Chamber Ballet Presents Phillip Glass's Dracula - Visit Dallas
Avant Chamber Ballet invites you to experience a hauntingly beautiful production by Artistic Director Katie Puder. This immersive performance features Philip Glass's powerful score performed live, which was originally composed to accompany the 1931 classic film. Updated with contemporary costumes and scenery, the production bridges past and present. The thrilling narrative promises an unforgettable, edge-of-your-seat experience for seasoned aficionados and first-time attendees alike.
Read More Here - https://www.visitdallas.com/events/avant-chamber-ballet-presents-phillip-glasss-dracula/
Avant Chamber Ballet announces its 2026-2027 season - NBC DFW
By Kimberly Richard • Published June 6, 2026
Avant Chamber Ballet has announced its 15th season, and it reflects how the company has grown over the last decade and a half.
The season consists of two subscription packages: Classic Series and Family Series. The Classic Series includes the choice of 3 or 4 full productions with a 20% discount, similar to packages offered over the past 14 years. The Family Series features 3 matinee performances specifically designed for young audiences, with subscriber tickets priced at just $20 each.
Read More Here - https://www.nbcdfw.com/entertainment/the-scene/avant-chamber-ballet-announces-its-2026-2027-season/4030157/
How two Dallas groups are reimagining a Stravinsky masterpiece - Dallas Morning News
Published March 19, 2026
By the 1910s, Igor Stravinsky had established himself as the legendary composer of Sergei Diaghilev's Ballets Russes. The Firebird, Petrushka and The Rite of Spring remain Stravinsky's best-known works, the latter sealing his status and that of choreographer Vaslav Nijinsky when part of the audience loudly protested during the Paris premiere. It was time for something new.
Read More Here - https://www.dallasnews.com/arts-entertainment/performing-arts/2026/03/19/dallas-classical-music-dance-groups-reimagine-stravinsky-pulcinella/
A College Ballet Dancer’s Guide to Professional Auditions - Pointe Magazone
Published - March 2, 2026
Looking back at the spring semester of my senior year at Butler University, one thing immediately comes to mind: auditions. On top of schoolwork, rehearsals, jobs, and other obligations, my fellow dance majors and I spent any remaining hours in pursuit of a contract.
Audition seasons are tough for anyone, especially the first time around. While college ballet students have specific logistical, physical, and mental elements to navigate, they also have certain edges that other pre-professionals may not. From finances to expectations and more, college ballet dancers encounter a unique set of challenges and advantages during the job search……
Read more about ACB dancer Madeline Colesano journey to ACB here - .https://dancemagazine.com/college-ballet-auditions/
Together We Dance - Dallas Morning News
Avant Chamber Ballet presents Together We Dance - a free, family-friendly performance featuring live music and guest dance companies.
The performance will include performances by ACB company and trainees, Bruce Wood Dance Dallas, Pegasus Contemporary Dance, and Bombshell Dance Project.
Avant Chamber Ballet unveils expanded season - Dance Informa
Avant Chamber Ballet’s Artistic Director Katie Puder announces the company’s 13th season, marking its largest programming year to date. The expanded season features two distinct subscription series, both presented at Moody Performance Hall in the Dallas Arts District with live music.
“I am thrilled to announce this season, which is packed with exciting collaborations, live orchestras, and beloved audience favorites returning to the stage,” said Artistic Director Katie Puder. “We are particularly excited to introduce our new Family Series, offering two flexible ways for audiences to subscribe and experience the magic of ACB.”
Avant Chamber Ballet adds a series for families to 2025-2026 season - NBC 5
The new season begins in December with the holiday favorites, The Nutcracker with Live Orchestra and Nutcracker: Short & Suite.
The new season begins in December with the holiday favorites, The Nutcracker with Live Orchestra and Nutcracker: Short & Suite.
By Kimberly Richard • Published July 19, 2025
Avant Chamber Ballet (ACB) has something for audiences of all ages. The Dallas-based ballet company is expanding its programming for its 2025-2026, adding a new series of family-friendly productions. ACB’s 13th season includes two distinct subscription series: The Classic Series and The Family Series. All performances of the season will be at the Moody Performance Hall in the Dallas Arts District.
Reaching out to young audiences has become a priority for ACB….